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| Painting by Paige Jiyoung Moon |
A thing of beauty is a joy for ever:
Its loveliness increases; it will never
Pass into nothingness; but still will keep
A bower quiet for us, and a sleep
Full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing.
-John Keats, from "Book I" of Endymion
You might have noticed that this site has undergone a few changes. I’ve been asking myself, what is this site? I often think about the idea of the site as a place (that’s what a “site” is, isn’t it?).
More important to me than writing and posting a poem of my own every day is the idea that this site provides access (for me, and hopefully, for others) to inspiration. My writing practice is not only about completing work—it’s also about seeing in a more open way. Writing and looking at art is about training myself to be more attentive and empathetic.
It’s about a letting go of the self, in some ways…a letting in of the world, of others, of the other.
Toward that goal of letting you in, you’ll be seeing new kinds of posts here. There will still be poems, of course, though perhaps not every weekday. There will hopefully be more of that which provides access to inspiration. Maybe we can share muses.
Today I thought I’d share a piece or two of art that moves (and amuses and intrigues!) me, in the hopes that it moves you.
Let us now adjourn to those sites of stillness and joy within ourselves, shall we, escorted by those alpacas in Paige Jiyoung Moon’s paintings.
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| Painting by Paige Jiyoung Moon |
I like the 3D effect in Moon's paintings. Almost like the game SIMS at first glance---everything has their share of movements. Your old blog design was good, but I like the change better. It's neat & def. adds value to your poetry.
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Thank you so much! I'm glad you commented, and thanks for the feedback on the site. I know what you mean about these images being SIMS-esque...such weird but appealing detail!
DeleteThank you, Hannah. I love how you turn things in unexpected ways. I like the changes you are making and look forward to further inspiring poems, paintings and ideas. I will pause now, and meditate on the alpacas.
ReplyDeleteAh, the zen of alpacas...have a good Thursday, ion!
DeleteWhat wonderful narrative-filled paintings!
ReplyDeleteI always find inspiration here, Hannah. I love how you've changed this site.
Oh, thank you, Maureen! Change is good, especially in the spring....
DeleteWhat a lovely post! I love your writing, the new look, and the idea of aiming to inspire. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you! I've been missing you and your kitties. Give them hugs for me :).
DeleteHi Hannah! I just came across a comment you left on my blog about 3 years ago and it was inspiring then and inspiring again today. I am farther along in my process now and I can see how these blogs of writing and imagery and of our authentic thought are a help to us no matter where we are on our journey. I love that you are switching things up on your blog, very interesting. Keep at it and I'll keep busy on my end too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment today, Rowan! Wow--three years ago. So funny. I appreciate how we can reach across time to say hello to one another... I appreciate the nice words about the changes.
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